scope:

This standard is applicable to fastener driving tools which are handled by one person and in which energy in a linear movement is applied to a loaded fastener for the purpose of driving this into a workpiece of a determined material. During the driving operation, the fastener leaves the tool partially or entirely with sufficient velocity to overcome the resistance of penetration, and forms a mechanical connection or attachement of different workpieces. The energy required for the driving is provided by compressed air, combustible gases, or tension springs. Fastener driving tools are also referred to for example as Nailers, Staplers, Tackers or Pinners. The workpiece material can for example consist of wood, wooden materials, plastic material, fibre materials -loose or condensed-, cement- and lime materials, or metal. This standard contains requirements in addition to EN 292 for the design, marking and information for use of fastener driving tools, corresponding to the specific hazards listed in clause 4. The standard sets out means of verification for these requirements. This standard is applicable to fastener driving tools which have been produced after the date of publication of this standard.